Job Title: Class 2 Driver (Trade Waste) – PM Shift
Location : Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR
Salary: £17.79 per hour
Hours: Monday – Friday 48hr (approximately 2pm start time) you may be required to work overtime on Saturdays
Job Type: Permanent/ Full time
About Us:
Countrystyle is a dynamic, privately owned resource management and waste recycling business. With a track record of spotting opportunities, understanding the market and driving innovative solutions, we deliver a reliable service which reduces the impact on the environment of our clients’ waste, whilst creating cost-effective and reliable waste management outcomes which encourage a greener business acumen.
About the role:
To drive Company dustcarts for the collection and emptying of customer waste bins and sacks.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Complete all daily vehicle checks and fill out the Vehicle Defect sheet at the start and end of each shift
2. Ensure all CCTV cameras are functional and inward-facing cameras are positioned correctly before starting work
3. Report defects, including tyre issues, to the Fleet Office
4. Complete all assigned tasks within the working day
5. Submit all paperwork accurately and on time
6. Maintain regular communication with the Fleet Office, reporting any issues or incidents immediately
7. Refuel vehicles upon returning to the yard or depot
8. Attend end-of-day debriefing with the Fleet Office for advice on the next day’s work
9. Secure all loads to prevent waste or debris from falling during transit
10. Wear the required PPE when collecting or delivering to customers and Countrystyle sites
11. Report all accidents and incidents immediately to the Fleet Office or Compliance Team and obtain necessary details
12. Take responsibility for your own health and safety and that of others
13. Cooperate with company management systems, report unsafe conditions, and comply with safe work practices and legal requirements
About you:
14. Good communication skills
15. Ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines
16. Customer Service skills
17. 2 years HGV driving experience
18. HGV Class 2 licence
19. Current CPC and digi-tacho
Desirable:
20. Previous experience driving dustcarts
21. Work within the waste management industry
Benefits:
22. Life Insurance with access to GP24
23. Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
24. Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
25. Cycle to work scheme
26. Company Events
27. GymFlex salary sacrifice
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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Heavy Vehicle Operator, Commercial Truck Driver, Medium-Rig Driver, Transport Driver (Class 2), and Freight Delivery Driver (Class 2) may also be considered.